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You might have expected us to go with 'I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor' – but no, NME critics en masse plumped for the subtler charms of 'A Certain Romance', the closing track on Arctic Monkeys' debut album. It's a strangely even-handed song, in which Alex Turner starts out scorning local townies – the "kids who like to scrap with pool cues in their hands" - then appears to absolve them at the end of the song: "What can I say, I've known 'em for a long long time…" That he can display sympathy as well as mockery is testament to the singer's unique lyrical gift.
9'Rebellion (Lies)'
Cue kick drum. Cue thudding bassline. Cue keyboards. Is there any intro more guaranteed to make the hairs on your arms bristle in anticipation? From there, the song surges elegantly to a climax so passionate it'd make even the most granite-hearted cynic gaze, clench-jawed, into the middle distance. What's it about? Win Butler's images of paranoia and concealment ("Come on hide your lovers…") hint that it's a song about self-doubt – but the track's sheer, ecstatic propulsiveness suggests otherwise. Like a lot of Arcade Fire songs, it carries a colossal emotional punch precisely because the lyrics are so indistinct.
8'Out Of Time'
Their first release for three years – and their first without Graham Coxon – 'Out Of Time' is Blur at their introspective finest. While there were only three of them, they enlisted the help of numerous musicians from Marrakech on cello, violin, oud and the like, and nicked a sample from Doctor Who for the opening noise. The track came with an anti-war video and was their first to not feature the band in any way. Interestingly, it only made number 16 in our Tracks Of The Year list in 2003, which shows how time – and of course its live airings this summer – have bedded it into our consciousness.
7'Golden Skans'
'Atlantis To Interzone' and 'Gravity's Rainbow' might have been the early rock-rave shots across our bows that first alerted us to the neon phenomenon in our midst, but it was this track that saw Klaxons conquer the classic pop song and wriggle out of any scenester brackets. With a video from cult director Saam Farahmand and clocking in at a give-us-more two minutes 45 seconds, 'Golden Skans' was rightly voted NME's Track Of The Year in 2007. If only they'd get their act together and pull it off again.
6'House Of Jealous Lovers'
The scratchy guitars, the frenetic dance-funk drums, a liberal sprinkling of cowbell and that tortured vocal: 'House Of Jealous Lovers' was a masterpiece in danceable post-punk. Originally released in 2002 but properly grabbing the nation by the gonads in 2003 it was the stand out track on their DFA-produced debut proper and woke both sides of the Atlantic up to the dance-punk the Brooklyn boys had been perfecting for half a decade. A year and one NME tour later and The Rapture were household names, and handclapping in discos was mandatory.
5'Hey Ya!'
If you were a DJ in the early noughties, this was your secret weapon. From the opening "one two three uh" it saw nonchalant bar-huggers drop their pints and race headfirst onto the dancefloor to shake it like a Polaroid to 'Hey Ya!''s bendy pop-hop. The standout track on OutKast's untouchable double album 'Speakerboxxx / The Love Below', it came jammed amongst Andre 3000's soul/funk/jazz/hip-hop/whatever cuts on the second disc, featured rap lines fed through a vocoder and re-recorded up to 30 times, and came backed by an excellent Beatles-on-Ed-Sullivan aping video. Pop perfection.
4'Paper Planes'
With Switch and Diplo sharing production and The Clash's 'Straight To Hell' providing the backbone, this track was always destined for greatness. Peppered with gunshots and confrontational lyrics, 'Paper Planes' is one of the most commercially unviable tracks going and yet from the charts to Slumdog Millionaire and Pineapple Express via a Grammy nomination, Dizzee Rascal's live cover and the clubs of Europe, it's been unavoidable. The Beastie Boys starred in the video too – and it's also had about a million ace remixes done. A latter-day classic.
3'Hard To Explain'
It's hard to imagine just how seismic a change The Strokes caused when they first landed in 2001. Vital, vibrant and just really fucking cool, they were a blast of fresh air and 'Hard To Explain' was their first proper single. Like a nail-barbed plank to the solar plexus it walloped the nation sideways and declared our four-year musical drought over. Backed by the infamous 'New York City Cops', the track found its way to the top of DJ boxes from KOKO to John O'Groats and notched seventh place in our Tracks Of The Year list.
2'Time To Pretend'
"I'm feeling rough, I'm feeling raw, I'm in the prime of my life / Let's make some music, make some money, find some models for wives / I'll move to Paris, shoot some heroin and fuck with the stars / You man the island and the cocaine and the elegant cars" – thus began MGMT's tongue-in-cheek ode to the fame that was inevitable after the release of such a classic. Remixed and revamped at the end of 2007 but only hitting 35 in the national charts, it nevertheless shot to number four in our 2008 Tracks Of The Year list and sent a nation tie-dye loopy.
1'Crazy In Love'
Beyonce's finest single was released in 2003 to universal acclaim, shooting to the top spot in America and the UK and picking up two Grammy Awards along the way. Built around a horn sample from 1970 hit 'Are You My Woman? (Tell Me So)' and featuring a rap from boyfriend Jay-Z (reportedly thrown out off the cuff in 10 minutes at a 3am studio session), it remains a classic. If you can judge a song by the amount of times it's been covered, this track has had the treatment from numerous artists, from Snow Patrol to Switchfoot and The Magic Numbers.


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As a Christian i am very upset that the bishops in the Phils, keep tolerating this demonic behavior.Most Filipinos know that this B S is not new. The priests have been committing child abuse and fornication for hundreds of years. The latest poll estimates that men who become R C C priests are homosexuals.[37%] As a Christian i can see that my Lord and Savoir has taken away the Holy Spirit from my beloved nation.For those of you who disagree,just look at your poverty and immorality that is every city.Your husbands leave you pregnant and take up with another woman who will get pregnant while our priests are screwing around in every province.Enough said.. (Jun 18, 2013 | post #1)
Pope blesses hundreds of Harley-Davidsons
Of all the problems in this church, worldwide, here is their #1 honcho, blessing bikers and bikes..LOL. It would make more sense if he blessed J W in Italy.At least they make an attempt to do the work of the Lord. This just goes to show that their is more of the Devil in Rome and this false Christian church. (Jun 18, 2013 | post #37)
Up-skirt voyeur a Jehovah Witness
This is why we all call Australia & New Zeland, the Land Down Under...LOL (Jun 18, 2013 | post #61)
YES....Who else in our God Forsaking World would do the work of our Lord and Savoir? Jesus said "That other's would finish his work and be blessed" It shows that this man is worthy of the blessings from above. I am not a J W but i have witnessed them every where in my city despite the weather. God Bless them all that Seek First his Kingdom through righteousness. This man is a brave soul and there are millions of them doing the same evangelizing in city after city..Amen!! I love their faithfulness and their conviction to my LORD......My disagreement is NOT the people but their church leaders who i see as self righteous and twisted in their position of authority. To them it is Jehovah..Governing Body--Jesus.They over ride the very teachings of the Christ if you cross the Organizational line of what they Demand you follow. If you don't, your out. It is NOT what the Christ taught.Church policy must be followed and not criticized or talked bad about, if you do, you are considered a rebel and a mentally retard,and they will disfellowship you. Christ is all about pleasing his God and Father Jehovah, not a worldly organization who's own leaders are sinful in their DNA. They Will be held accountable and they will pay the price for their many sins. (Jun 15, 2013 | post #1)
Would you date/marry outside your own race?
I am of Asian ethnicity and i only date white men. Black and Hispanic think they are Gods gift to women of all races. The thought of having a black dick in me, makes me want to vomit.. (Jun 13, 2013 | post #821)
Obama's Snooping Excludes Mosques...
I'll drink to that...good idea, after all we must cut back allot in these areas..good point! (Jun 13, 2013 | post #11)
Gay Man Says He Was Beaten Outside Of Columbus Bar Becaus...
And the LORD said, "Men who sleep with men, and woman who sleep with woman, Will NOT Inherit the Kingdom of God"..enough said..you reap what you sow. (Jun 13, 2013 | post #141)
Man accused of setting Jehovah Witness church ablaze duri...
The Whole World is Lying in the Power of the Wicked One..Just another example of persecuting the true church of Christ and his father Jehovah..Amen! (Jun 5, 2013 | post #15)
What are the new heavens and the new earth?
The New Heavens & New Earth are very literal. Whoever is teaching all you symbolic people are getting feed from the chief adversary of God the Father. Anybody here know who that is? (Jun 5, 2013 | post #306)
Female Israeli soldiers punished for racy photos
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Female Israeli soldiers punished for racy photos
Israeli soldier in waiting to exersize her country's right's...lol..thought you guys might enjoy this hot looking warrior. (Jun 3, 2013 | post #2)
Putin again warns Netanyahu hands off Syria
I thought we were suppose to be talking about Putin warning Israel about hands off Syria? (Jun 3, 2013 | post #440)
Slamming the door on Jehovah Witness Cult et al.
Time to move on to MORE IMPORTANT SUBJECTS. Slamming the door on J W or anyone makes you wrong and a counterfeit Christian. That is not the way the Christ taught us to behave.But most of you speak as though who have all the answers.That makes you a self righteous bigot and that in its self makes you a worker of lawlessness. The Bible admonish us to become Christ Like in All our activity's.Constan t criticizing is wrong and makes you worse then the people you think are wrong in their doctrinal teachings..Time for all TO GROW UP.. (Jun 2, 2013 | post #2145)
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Gamifying Sales Comp
August 5, 2015
Microsoft earlier this week announced that it has bought FantasySalesTeam, a sales gamification platform. The intent of the product is to boost sales productivity. The gaming part is designed after some aspects of fantasy sports leagues in which participants build a team from known professional athletes and try to beat other teams. The team aspect makes everyone more competitive.
Data and Design Can Drive Customer Loyalty
August 3, 2015
In the past, enterprises controlled the times, policies and marketing funnel for customer interactions. When things went wrong, customers reluctantly picked up the phone to call customer support, fully expecting not to be recognized, to be put on hold, to have to repeat the same information several times, and to have to spend a lot of time and effort to receive "customer service."
Monitoring the Sales Metrics That Matter Most
July 30, 2015
I recently conducted a simple, one-question survey, using sales pros as my target audience. The question was idiotically simple: What is the most important metric for people in sales? In this era of big data, deep analysis and predictive analytics, you might have thought that some new, performance-based metric would have surfaced as the new secret weapon.
The Process/Platform Revolution
July 22, 2015
I've been looking at process as the next big thing in CRM for a while. It only makes sense, for several reasons. First, as we move to conducting increasing amounts of business online, we lose the intimacy of personal contact between vendor personnel and customers. In its place we need accurate and authentic processes that treat customers in ways they appreciate.
Wrangling Big Data: When in Doubt, Think Like a Customer
July 13, 2015
As businesses gain new insights about the power of data, they're discovering new sales and marketing tactics that go far beyond what previously was possible. It's not just big data and a technology-driven revolution -- it's also a shift in attitudes about data's place in sales, its role as a guide or reality check, and its ability to fuel new processes that drive greater sales performance.
CRM's New Era
June 24, 2015
It recently occurred to me that CRM has come full circle in a fundamental way. I was never a fan of labels like "CRM 2.0" or "Social CRM" or whatever else came along, principally because those monikers didn't signify anything new in doing business. Certainly you could make a case that those names described some new attributes for the traditional set of apps but that just invites a "so what?"
Correlation, Causation and CRM
June 17, 2015
If you read a lot, like me, you might notice almost daily there's a new study that contradicts some earlier research. Something causes cancer -- then it's good for you. You know the drill. What's going on here? Do we simply not know what our research is saying? Can nobody correctly interpret the data? None of this would mean much to CRM if not for the advance of big data and analytics.
What Buyers Want
June 12, 2015
Technology is giving companies an unprecedented view of their customers: demographic data; buying preferences; behaviors that signal the intent to buy; and analyses that enable them to develop expectations about how customers are likely to act during the buyer-seller relationship. Those abilities are new, and they hold a lot of promise. However, customers have changing expectations as well.
Pega Healthcare CRM Promises 360-Degree View
June 9, 2015
Pega last week announced enhancements to Pegasystems Customer Service for Healthcare, an application that integrates customer service and care management to provide a 360-degree view of all customer interactions. The application provides call center agents with data across administrative, health and care management interactions with the goal of enabling them to provide better service.
5 Modules That Will Rock Your Business
June 3, 2015
Zuora two weeks ago announced its first acquisition, Frontleaf, and a new product, Z-Insights. This marks an important moment for both Zuora and what it has called the "subscription economy." The subscription economy has spawned a culture in which people have been conditioned to expect subscription-like performance from all their vendors -- even the conventional ones.
Message for Marketers: Always Be Engaging
June 1, 2015
In sales, we know customer retention is critical for success in the subscription economy. For many tech companies in the SaaS space, it takes three years to break even. In insurance, which has toiled in the subscription economy for more than a century, the average break-even time is an incredible seven years. Because of that, sales compensation is starting to change.
Salesforce Makes Splash With Wave for Big Data
May 28, 2015
Salesforce on Thursday launched Wave for Big Data, a tool that will help marketers and salespeople leverage customer data in the Salesforce Analytics Cloud. Powered by the Wave platform, the Analytics Cloud will let business executives discover correlations and patterns across any combination of transactional data, as well as unstructured or semistructured big data sets.
Customer-In, Not Seller-Out: 5 Realities of the Customer Journey
May 11, 2015
I was doing a little reading about the concept of the customer journey. I have distinct opinions about it, and I was looking for things that might challenge or validate those ideas when I stumbled across a blog post from a major CRM vendor that got my goat. The post proclaimed that 2015 was "the Year of the Customer Journey!" Really? This year? What about the many years before this?
It's the Customer Experience
May 5, 2015
Bill Clinton won the presidency with the mantra, "It's the economy, stupid," and I think CRM could borrow heavily from that pithy bit of logic. If you can check your preconceptions at the door and actually perceive the information in front of you, there's no telling what you can figure out. Such is the case with the tired phrase "customer experience."
Satisfying Customers in the Digital Transformation Era
April 29, 2015
Customers are changing the rules of business. They are well informed and well connected, and they have high expectations. Business success in the digital world depends on individuals who make recommendations based on their personal experience. These customers expect a seamless and consistent experience, regardless of which device they are using. They demand intelligent digital interactions.
Marketing's Next Act
April 28, 2015
Marketing continues to heat up as the next big thing in CRM. It's so big that I can see it splintering in multiple ways to accommodate all the permutations that are suddenly possible, thanks to big data, analytics, and a determination to get beyond using marketing technology as a glorified accounting system designed to limit "losses" due to marketing. You can't win by limiting your losses.
Digital Disruption and a Great Gap
April 21, 2015
You can tell when the economy is doing well, because instead of worrying about how you're going to make the next mortgage payment, you worry about the next disruption in business. The big worry on the horizon now is the digital disruption, a nice piece of alliteration designed to make you question your worth. The DD is the confluence of a lot of wonderful new technology.
Big Data Drives Change if You're Ready to Be Driven
April 20, 2015
In an earlier chapter in my career, I had the seemingly lofty title of "software and intelligence editor" at a telecom trade magazine. Even back in 1996, telecom was experiencing a "big data" problem. It wasn't a problem of collection -- no, telephone companies collect more data than almost any other industry, recording call times and durations, as well as the numbers their customers dialed.
Shopping for Algorithms and APIs in the Cloud
April 10, 2015
Now that cloud computing has made it economically feasible to capture and collate large volumes of data, many organizations are trying to find an equally economical method to analyze and move the data across various business applications. Enter Algorithmia and Bedrock Data, two cloud-based companies offering online marketplaces to remedy these age-old issues.
Oracle Aims to Wring More Sales From Marketing Cloud
April 6, 2015
Oracle last week trumpeted a set of new Marketing Cloud features designed to improve the customer experience. Oracle ID Graph, Rapid Retargeter and AppCloud Connect aim to boost sales by aggregating data from multiple sources and reacting to it in near-realtime. However, they fall short of the cutting edge in CRM -- predictive analysis.
WiFi Pays Retailers in Spades
April 1, 2015
EarthLink and IHL on Tuesday released a joint study that shines a light on the specific ways different types of localized WiFi networks are helping businesses, and how enterprises are adapting to the realities of a more mobile and data-centric world. Companies are changing their point-of-sale systems to try to stay competitive, the study indicates.
Optimizing the Brick-and-Mortar Customer Experience
March 27, 2015
The retail industry has finally awakened to what customers always have known -- they don't distinguish too much between channels. Modern shoppers are happy to embrace the immediacy and experience of the physical store while also benefiting from the informed and personalized ease of shopping online. Retailers should translate the smartest online strategies into their in-store experience.
Importance of a System
March 18, 2015
I was telling a friend recently about some of the ideas in my book, Solve for the Customer. He was interested in my belief that customer science has evolved from a general emphasis on process in business, especially in the back office. His company does a lot to ensure that its customers are happy and loyal, because their business involves long-term relationships and agreements that renew for many years at a time.
Tune Strikes a Chord With Investors
January 30, 2015
Mobile marketing company Tune has raised $27 million in funding, it announced Thursday. Icon Ventures partner Jeb Miller will join Tune's board. Icon led the funding round; Accel Partners and Performance Equity Management also participated. Tune will use the proceeds to grow its engineering team, introduce new products and generally invest in the services it offers.
Customer Science
January 28, 2015
Part of my new year routine has been ordering new business cards. In this electronic age, they are the only things I actually print, and I'm a writer! In a few weeks I'll publish a book, Solve for the Customer, in paperback, and the two are related. I made a discovery while writing the book that fundamentally changes what I do for a living and the title I use, hence my need to reprint.
Time to Drill Deeper
January 21, 2015
This is not an article about fracking -- drilling for gas and oil in shale. This is about "drilling down" into big data. We've been using the term for a long time and it provides a useful metaphor for data analysis. However, we've conditioned ourselves to think of drilling down only to a superficial degree, and that needs a rethink. When data wasn't big, we were only able to scratch the surface.
What SMB CRM Shoppers Want
January 19, 2015
CRM is expected to grow at a steady pace, and CRM customers are sending some specific signals about the functionality they need. Thirty-seven percent of small-and-medium-sized businesses that participated in its annual survey want an integrated suite of multiple CRM applications, Software Advice reported last month. That's up from 7 percent in 2013.
Compensation Is the Window on Business
January 15, 2015
The continuing rollout of platform technology is bringing many applications together to support better business processes. Not long ago, it was nearly impossible for back-office people to know what the front office was doing. It was hard for marketing and sales to know how they were affecting each other. It's now easier for different areas of the business to understand operations as a whole.
Better and Better
January 7, 2015
James Surowiecki, author of The Wisdom of Crowds and business and finance columnist for The New Yorker, published an article in the magazine's Nov. 10, 2014, issue entitled, "Better All The Time." The piece connects the importance of culture-wide continuous incremental improvement using data and analytics -- what the Japanese call kaizen -- to business and employees.
Sales Kaizen
December 17, 2014
CRM makes several promises to its users: selling more or selling faster; resolving service issues faster or at least quickly; and generating more leads. If you do root cause analysis, however, you can quickly conclude that at least in some cases, you are looking through the wrong end of the telescope. For instance, the best way to resolve service issues is to avoid them in the first place.


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In the style of old detective movies, Jarod poses as a Las Vegas PI searching for a missing showgirl. Wayne Newton appears as himself. Argyle: Leland Orser. Benny: Kenneth Mars. Mona Jeffries: Rena Riffel. Constantin Falzone: Jon Polito. J.J. Wyatt: Bob Koherr. Jarod: Michael T. Weiss. Miss Parker: Andrea Parker. Broots: Jon Gries.
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- Premiered: September 19, 1996
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Serve these sweet berries on a Valentine's Day dessert tray. The strawberries are dipped in semisweet chocolate then drizzled in white chocolate.
Servings: 8
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet-chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup white-chocolate chips
- 1 pound strawberries
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1. In separate bowls, heat chocolate chips in a microwave on medium, stirring every 20 seconds until chocolate is melted.
2. Dunk strawberries in semisweet chocolate. Shake off any excess back into bowl and place on a parchment or wax paper lined baking sheet. Refrigerate 5 minutes.
3. Place berries in mini cupcake liners. Using the tines of a fork, drizzle melted white chocolate over berries. Refrigerate 5 minutes and serve.


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I was talking yesterday with a young lady in her late 20s and the next vehicle on her shopping list needed to be an SUV or Crossover. She wanted to be free to take off camping or on a road trip with confidence knowing she could handle most terrains. Women, and quite honestly, I too, enjoy the extra seating height that you get with SUVs and Crossovers. That said, let's not forget the extra versatility and cargo capacity. One excellent choice in this very competitive market is the 2016 Mazda CX-5.
The Mazda CX-5 is heading into its fourth year and for 2016, this Mazda has been slightly updated with styling improvements and touches of refinement. Some of the changes for 2016 include a new grille, new 19" alloy wheel design on the Grand Touring trim, electronic parking brake replaces hand brake, and Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio on the Sport model. The mid-size crossover segment is crowded with fellow class mates including the Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue, Subaru Forester and Toyota RAV4.
For 2016, the Mazda CX-5 is featured in three trim levels: Sport ($22,083), Touring ($25,400), and Grand Touring ($28,316). The Sport is now equipped with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5L engine that replaces the 2.0L on the Sport automatic transmission FWD model, where the manual transmission models keep the 2.0L. All other models come with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. All trim levels come standard with Front Wheel Drive and are available in All Wheel Drive. Only the Sport trim is available with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Mazda is known for taking the sporty design elements of its sedans and incorporating them into their crossover vehicles. The CX-5 is no exception with its bold lines and athletic stance, big wheel arches, and a rising window line. The roofline runs similar to the recently unveiled CX-3 model – raised at the front as it melts into the rear hatch.
The interior is layered in soft-touch surfaces and premium materials that adorn the cabin. Cloth upholstery is standard; however, real leather is an available option. My test model was the Grand Touring in two-tone white and black with luxury seats. Other manufacturers have a tendency to overload a vehicle with low-end materials like replica- wood trim. The CX-5 does not follow this trend which helps contribute to its upscale interior. Mazda upgraded the CX-5's info-tainment system for 2016, which includes a new 7-inch touch screen.
The 2016 Mazda CX-5 seats four adults and one child comfortably. In the back seat, the middle bench is best reserved for smaller individuals. A child might fit best here. Behind the rear seats, the CX-5 can hold up to 34.1 cubic feet of cargo and with the rear seats folded, the capacity increases to 64.8 cubic feet.
The CX-5 engages the road as it controls winding roads with precise steering and good feedback. The ride is comfortable; however, I would give higher marks to its competitor, the Chevrolet Equinox.
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Safety on the 2016 Mazda CX-5 has very good ratings earning the best possible grade of Good in all five crash tests of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert, and forward collision warning with low-speed automatic braking are available in both CX-5 models.
In Summary –The 2016 Mazda CX-5 is a great crossover for the money. Many of its competitors come with more features, but at a higher price. The reworking of this Mazda for 2016 helps to elevate the CX-5. It is worth taking a test drive and having a little fun while you're at it.
2016 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD
Base price: $28,220as driven: $32,660 (including destination & optional
Engine: 2.5-liter SKYACTIV-G 4-cylinder
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Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Drive: FWD Drive
Seating: 5-passenger
Turning circle: 36.7 feet
Cargo space: 34.1 cubic feet
Curb weight: 3,212 pounds
Fuel capacity: 14.8 gallons
EPA mileage: City 26/Hwy 33
Wheel Base: 106.3 inches
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"How Mississippi Slashed Its Prison Population and Embraced Criminal Justice Reform": If Mississippi were a country, two years ago it would have had the second highest incarceration rate of any nation in the world. The state's conservative politicians spent years increasing sentences for offenders and decreasing parole, a tough-on-crime double-whammy that kept landing more and more people behind bars — until last year, when legislators finally came to their senses.Mississippi lawmakers co … [Read more...]
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w/very moving photo: The #PilgrimageofMercy, the tour of the major relics of St. Maria Goretti has officially begun! This is first time her sacred remains have visited the USA.St. Maria Goretti began her US tour by visiting Sing Sing Correctional Facility, a maximum security prison in NY, where the inmates had the opportunity to venerate the relics of the "Little Saint of Mercy"—seeking the Mercy of God that the 11 year old Maria witnessed as she forgave her murder in her last breath. more … [Read more...]
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I have a ton of these lying around so you'll be getting them in small chunks. Trying to give each batch a range of themes and moods."How Some Alabama Hospitals Quietly Drug Test New Mothers--Without Their Consent": In Alabama, a positive drug test can have dire repercussions for pregnant women and new mothers. Their newborns can be taken from them. They can lose custody of their other children. They can face lengthy sentences in the most notorious women's prison in the United States and t … [Read more...]
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It's the rare popular science book that not only gives the reader a gee-whiz glimpse at an emerging field, but also offers a guide for incorporating its new insights into one's own worldview. Johnson, the former editor of the Webzine Feed and author of the acclaimed Emergence (2001), does just that in his fascinating, engagingly written new survey. Applying what he calls "the `long-decay' test" to gauge the information's enduring relevance, he chooses a handful of current neuroscience concepts with the potential to transform our thinking about emotions, memories and consciousness. In a charming device, the writer subjects himself to the latest in neurological testing techniques, from biofeedback to the latest forms of MRI, and shares the insight he gains into the moment-by-moment workings of his own brain, from the adrenaline spike he gets from making jokes to his intense focus when composing sentences. The structure is fluid almost to a fault, as Johnson illustrates, elaborates on and returns to his view of the brain as a modular, associative network, "more like an orchestra than a soloist." He introduces the amygdala, for example, as a small region in the brain implicated in our ongoing, nearly automatic interpretation of the emotional states of others (called "mind reading"), a function impaired in autistic individuals. But the amygdala, the brain's source of "gut feelings," returns in the following chapter as important in encoding fearful memories, a connection that helps explain why fearful or traumatic memories are so much more tenacious and detailed than emotionally neutral ones. Always considerate of his audience, Johnson weaves disparate strands of brain research and theory smoothly into the narrative (only a concluding section on Freud's modern legacy feels like a tangent), which leaves readers' minds more open than they were.
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Journalist Johnson, whose Emergence (2001) explored collective behavior, here branches into another arena of emergent phenomena, our brains. Volunteering himself as a test subject, Johnson gallivants to a series of experimenters in neuroscience and wires his head up to their machines. Consciousness is explicitly not his topic; rather, Johnson hunts for neurochemical and physiological bases for feelings of conscious experience involving attention, emotion, and memory. Along the way, Johnson explains how the hormone oxytocin contributes to feelings of attachment; how new biofeedback technologies can help people rewire their brains; the science behind our ability to read other people's expressions; and how understanding brain chemistry may well lead to an understanding of dreams and phobias. Spreading a gospel to be curious about one's own mind, Johnson, aided by personal anecdotes about, for example, the length of his attention span, will snare even those unfamiliar with brain science. Gilbert Taylor
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The tests Johnson puts himself through and describes so openly are good subjects for his amused reflection. For instance, a few years ago he was hooked up to a biofeedback machine, sensors attached to hands and forehead. The machine was set to monitor adrenaline levels. He felt nervous, and as is his habit, he deflected the nervousness by making jokes, to the audience of the biofeedback guy. (His writing is loaded with good humor, too.) And every joke he made showed up on the monitor as an adrenaline spike; suddenly the jokes "... seemed less like casual attempts at humor and more like a drug addict's hungering for a new fix." Here was a little chemical subroutine his brain had been putting itself through every day for almost all his life, and he had not known a thing about it. He still could not explain why the adrenaline rush felt the way it did, but that's not important.Read more ›
Here in Dallas, there is a Farmer's Market near the downtown area where several merchants offer slices of fresh fruit as samples of their wares. In that same spirit, I offer a selection of brief passages representative of the high quality of Johnson's skills.
'Unlike so many technoscie3ntific advances, the brain sciences and their imaging technologies are, almost by definition, a kind of mirror. They capture what our brains are doing and reflect that information back to us. You gaze into the glass, and the reflection says to you, 'Here is your brain.' This book is the story of my journey into that mirror.' (Page 17)
'The attention system works as a kind of assembly line: higher-level functions are built on top of lower-level functions. So if you have problems encoding, you'll almost certainly have problems with supervisory attention. When people notice attention impairments, they're usually detecting problems with the focus/execute or supervisory levels, but the original source of the problem may well be farther down the chain, or it might be localized to a particular sensory channel.Read more ›
It's when we get to that rather lengthy Conclusion section that Johnson hits the wall and seems suddenly out of his element and expertise. At least my expectation was that he would synthesize his analysis from the previous chapters into some kind of cogent summary or at least speculate based on his findings about the path forward for neuroscience. Instead, it becomes largely an odd hommage to Freudian ideas, purveying Freud as a greater visionary than he's been given credit in recent years. It was tedious and not particularly insightful. For one, the author clearly recognizes the infirmity of what he's saying.Read more ›
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Easy to understand for beginners in neuro psychology....very interesting for advanced people too ! Witty, well written and very accurate.Published on Dec 16 2009 by Genevieve Matte
A highly entertaining, thought provoking, and pleasant read. It's sort of a blend of science and popular philosophy, the musings of a creative and bright guy. Mr. Read morePublished on Dec 2 2007 by Bookophile
I'd recommend this highly to anyone who wants a lucidly written book on what we know about the brain. Actually I'd go further than that. Read morePublished on Nov. 18 2006 by Book Nut
A delight and a disappointment. Steven Johnson opens the door (briefly) to many of the brain's multi-level functions and then closes it before the reader can fully grasp the... Read morePublished on July 1 2004 by Ned C. Smith
I really expected to like this work, but I was sadly disappointed to find a book about the brain that's neither well-written nor informative. Read morePublished on June 1 2004
In MIND WIDE OPEN, Steven Johnson gives new meaning to the phrase, "you ought to have your head examined. Read morePublished on May 15 2004 by G. Merritt
Steven Johnson's study of the neuroscience of everyday life features cutting-edge brain research, blending experiential reporting and personal storytelling with scientific insights... Read morePublished on May 5 2004 by Midwest Book Review
The author got curious about how his brain (and human brains in general) worked. He decided to find out. Read morePublished on April 1 2004 by GD
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The hubbie and I were fortunate to have stayed at the Now Jade Riviera Cancun, from June 5-12, 2010. As a couple, it was our 4th stay in the Mayan Riviera region. The hubbie has far more travel miles to numerous destinations, in different regions of the world, than I. Likewise, as a former sous chef for Trump resorts/casinos, he is far pickier than I, especially when it comes to food. In addition, unlike me, he has never enjoyed vacationing the AMresorts way. Therefore, I was a tad nervous that we were venturing off of the latest of our favorite resorts, to try the property formerly known as NH Riviera Cancun. We were drawn to this property because it had an awesome location, right next to the marina, with an outstanding beach, and, was a short cab ride to the wonderfully quaint town of Puerto Morelos. Finally, I felt, even as NH Riviera Cancun, the property would completely match our vacation priorities for this trip. Adding the management of AMresorts, I felt we were in for a real treat. We were not disappointed. In fact, we will be returning to Now Jade in 2011. I tend to be a bit verbose. Therefore, if you would like to stop here, and shoot me a pm to answer specific questions, feel free. If you like reading, continue on.
The Property: Yes, it is true, one is not wowed by the out door entrance, unless of course, one has a profound appreciation for the abundance of wild life (variety of birds) that visit the mangrove(and we did)(Tip: Bring binoculars). Yes, it is also true, on our day of departure only, there was a slight smell of sulphur(not sewer) in the early morning hours, around the entrance of the resort. But, as our private transfer (via AGI Tours) arrived, we were "Welcomed Home". We were immediately wowed by the direct sea view from the lobby. We were also quite pleased with the decor inside Now Jade. There is a lovely fountain in the center, and the general theme of the decor is that of the sea: coral and shells. While the furniture could use some sprucing, the decor was beautiful in its simplicity. We enjoyed our daily finds of sculptures and sea life located throughout the lobby and the PC Lounge. The architecture itself is difficult for this layman to describe, but it had lovely clean lines and many little window-like areas where one could peek into other areas of both the beach, and the resort. We enjoyed finding those windows to the soul of Now Jade.
Size of Property: From the front door, to the beach, it is approximately one and a half city blocks. If one is staying in Building 9, we felt it was not a far walk to the lobby and restaurants. I found the layout confusing, but I can get lost inside a paper bag. If walking the beach, it is about a ½ mile from the water sports center outside of building 1 to the outside of building 9.
The Beach: Our first glimpse of the beach was directly through the glass doors of the lobby. It took our breath away. I had read that the beach is not so nice in Puerto Morelos. Well, the water was a beautiful turquoise, and Windex blue in some areas. Yes, there are some "rocky areas", but one can enjoy a rock-free entrance in front of Bldg 1 and Bldg 9. I am sure there are other areas; however, those are the areas we tried. In addition, there is some sea grass that washes up; however, there are also employees who hand raked it daily. Sea grass was not a significant issue. We loved that one could have an ocean front view in the lobby, at Pure Restaurant, and at the buffet. A sea view could be enjoyed in Senses, Olas, and Cinque Terre (with outside seating of course).
The Lack of the Towel Game: For the record, there are 74 palapas on the beach, with two loungers and a table beneath each one. They can be found in three different areas: 34 were in front of Building 9. I didn't count the others in front of the buffet seating, and in front of Building 1. We had no towel game issues outside of Building 9. In fact, on all days, there were empty palapas outside of Building 9 as late as 3:00 p.m. I truly believe part of the problem of the towel game, is that people simply do not put their towels in a bin when they are finished with loungers, so no one knows if they are saved or not. There are signs posted and a message in all additions of the SUNDIAL telling that reserving is not acceptable, and items will be removed and put in Lost and Found.
The Landscaping: First of all, Now Jade Puerto Morelos is in Puerto Morelos. Puerto Morelos is a National Park and protected reef. The resort is built over a mangrove. No rooms are directly on the ground. The first floor begins where the second floor would normally be. Therefore, even a first floor room provides a good view, and protects you from any unwanted guests, of the critter variety. Beneath the first floor, there were lovely plants. In a few spots, at the activity pool area, one could find hammocks. In addition, we could tell that AMresorts has recently planted new shrubbery, plants, and flowering plants. Right now, the palms and new plants are immature. With time, the plant life will grow and become much lusher.
Checking-In: As an anniversary surprise, the hubbie had arranged to upgrade from a junior suite ocean view, to a Preferred Club Ocean View. Therefore, we went directly to the PC Lounge for check-in. We were greeted in the PC Lounge by an outstanding employee named, Dalel. She was always professional; speaks English, as a second language, flawlessly; and followed through on any request or question we had. We landed at CUN at 10:15 a.m. and lucked out, as we were in our room by 11:30 a.m.
The Room - PC Ocean View Rm. 7303: First of all, after we choose a destination based on beach, the room (location, decor, storage, etc) is the next priority for us. We enjoy our balcony, and enjoy having things as nicely organized on vacation, as they are at home. We can't function in chaos. Therefore, with extensive research prior to booking, I was completely satisfied with what I saw in photos of a regular junior suite, ocean view. That is why I booked it. Because we upgraded, I cannot comment on that room category. However, the PC OV room is beautiful, and absolutely awesome in the storage and layout category. We both had more than ample room for our things. We were located on the third floor, and were the first room after the ocean fronts. It was an excellent location, and afforded us an easterly view, where we enjoyed watching the sun rise over the marina. It was simply a stunning view. We actually felt this view was better than an ocean front, as it provided balance of the quiet pool, palm foliage, the ocean and the marina. I would highly recommend this room/or an easterly view, if you are a boat lover. The fridge was the first one we have ever experienced on vacation that actually kept the contents cold. The mini bar consisted of Pepsi Products, Ginger Ale, Orange Soda, mineral water, Dos XX and E Pura brand water, which unlike Crystal, offered at other resorts we have frequented, did not contain any sodium. Being a Diet Pepsi gal, I was happy. Being on a low sodium diet, the hubbie was happy. Upon entering the room, to the left is a completely private bathroom with solid wood doors, an exhaust system, commode/bidet and a sink. Bathroom privacy is not an issue at Now Jade. The living area and bedroom both have their own climate control, ceiling fan, and flat screen TV. If traveling with a family, the doors to the bedroom and dressing area can be completely closed, providing privacy. There is a round table with two chairs (and lighting overhead) in front of the outlet to plug in your pc. The sofa was comfy, and the ottoman beneath the flat screen was a lovely place to put any towel friends one may receive. Last but not least, in the living area, there is an opening for the balcony. WARNING: There is no handle to help you open it once outside on the balcony. One must use ones hand, on the glass, to slide it open. Some improvement could be made in this area. The balcony......we are truly balcony people. There were two faux rattan chairs and a round table, and last but not least, there was the Jacuzzi. The hubbie and I are not thin people, and it easily fit both of us. Privacy issues on the balcony....there is a solid wall all the way up until approx 2 feet from the ceiling. This layout afforded total privacy. One of the things I liked the most about this room, and all the rooms at Now Jade....the balconies are tempered glass, so even shorties like me can see everything. It was simply beautiful. Room storage.....There were two huge closets that even this over packer could not fill. Ladies, a tip, pick the closet on the right (vanity facing), as it did not have the safe or ironing board, and offered more room. There was a double vanity, with a large shelf beneath for all of your traveling essentials. The Sunbeam 1200 watt hair dryer and magnifying mirror was to the left, so ladies, you may want to set up shop on that side. The shower was a rain shower. We never had hot water or water pressure issues. There was an expandable drying cord in the shower, and shelving for shower products. The sheets were not Egyptian cotton, but we did not pay for the Ritz. However, the bedding was quite nice, and the bed was the most comfortable we have enjoyed in our travels anywhere.
The Jacuzzi on the balcony: We absolutely loved the Jacuzzi on the balcony and used it pretty much every night. It was spotless when we arrived, and it was kept that way each day by our wonderful housekeeper. We had no issues with mosquitoes.
The Pools: We usually like to participate in things arranged by the activities team. However, on day 1, we went to the activity pool, and frankly, it was just too noisy for us. Perhaps, we are just getting old and boring. More importantly, there were too many children at the swim-up bar. However, this is not an issue AMresorts is responsible for, rather, it is an issue of parents who find it cute. Since we are accustomed to traveling in May, when children are rare, it is not an issue we have ever had to deal with. After also seeing groups of 18 year olds, who just graduated high school, and were obviously traveling with their parents, doing shots at the swim-up bar, we knew we would spend our time at the Quiet Pool. The Quiet Pool is open to everyone. There were many other adults staying on the non-PC side, who felt the activity side was too noisy, and walked over to enjoy the Quiet Pool. No, it was not boring. We enjoyed making new friends at the Quiet Pool. The Quiet Pool was a combo of a swim up bar, and a gorgeous infinity pool. It was clean, and refreshing. If you are in the pool, shade can be found beneath the swim up bar, and hammocks that sway in the breeze, over the water. Francesco is an outstanding bartender, and Tomas and Antonio worked tirelessly on beach/pool wait service. There is plenty of shade at the Quiet Pool. There are 12 canopied Bali Beds, at least 13 umbrellas, and 5 shaded hammocks over the pool. The hardest working man at Now Jade is Felipe. He always had the towels on the loungers, cleaned up after those who left trash behind, set up the umbrellas, and tidied the canopies for the Bali Beds. If you wanted shade, Felipe would find an umbrella and move it for you. We saw him carry the base (filled with cement), on his head. If you see Felipe, give him a great big, "Hola!", and a nice tip. He works diligently. Our only issue with the Quiet Pool was the music. I nearly puked hearing an "Enya Like" band covering the Rolling Stones. "Paint it Black" should not be covered by elevator music. But....it is a Quiet Pool! lolol
The Food: Yes, as in every other resort I have been to, depending on occupancy, there were at least two restaurants closed each night. The info on closing was available in the SUNDIAL. It was no big deal. The buffets had nightly themes for dinner.....Asian, Italian, and Spanish. We never dined at the buffet for dinner, but we did hit it for dessert. Desserts are awesome at Now Jade, especially if you are a dark chocolate lover. In addition, on Saturday, there was a Mexican fiesta with mechanical bull rides. We missed it. There was also a Caribbean festival on Wednesday. We chose not to dine outdoors, but the band was playing awesome Latin music. The actual food....Where do I begin? Well, we both gained about 5 lbs. When we dined at around 7:30 p.m., we were seated right away. If we arrived around 8:00 p.m. or later, there was a 15 or 30 minute wait time. It was no biggie, and we consider it to be a standard(if not a shorter) wait time when dining in any restaurant in the US. We simply took the pager, and enjoyed a cocktail. The restaurants: I will rate the restaurants according to our preference: Pure for dinner (2X), Cinque Terre(Italian)(2X), Senses(2X), Mexican. We only had poor service once, on our first visit at Cinque Terre. It just wasn't cohesive. They were not a team. We also enjoyed the Olas for a la carte lunch on two different occasions. The food was outstanding at Olas, but we often had to ask for something twice. In their defense, they were setting up for a big wedding rehearsal dinner. It really was not much of an issue for us, as we were on vacation. Room Service: Each day, I ordered a pot of tea and coffee from room service at 6:00 a.m., and each day, it arrived at 6:30 a.m. We also enjoyed room service for a full breakfast twice, including the day we checked out, at 6:30 a.m. We called it in at 6:00 a.m., and it arrived at 6:30 a.m. We just told them we were checking out, and they had it in the room, hot and fresh. We made it in more than enough time to check-out at 7:00 a.m. It was a typical room service breakfast. It came quickly, and was hot, but something was lost in translation. If you order pancakes, ask for syrup. On another occasion, we ordered pepperoni pizza, and it was surprisingly good. However, french fries do not transport well. Our favorite lunch place was at the grill at the Quiet Pool. Chicken, Flank Steak, Grouper, Burgers, Hotdogs, Chips, Pico Quac, and my fave.....grilled burritos. The hubbie even had them make him a grouper burrito. Last, but not least, the breakfast buffet was out of this world. It appears small; however, it packs a huge punch. It is cool inside, and there is seating outside. There were two cooked to order egg station, with quite a large selection of ingredients for omelets; there was a fabulous fresh juice selection which included the usual breakfast juice fare, and I was surprised to find both beet and celery juice. However, I wasn't brave enough to try them. There was a Mimosa/Bloody Mary station; a freshly blended smoothie station; a yogurt bar and Yoplait (Regular and Light); a cereal bar; and a toaster with bagels, white and wheat bread, and slice your own bread. All breads were fresh. There was a huge Mexican selection; french toast and pancakes with many toppings; and the usual breakfast fare, i.e. hash browns, sausage and bacon. Finally, the buffet included my breakfast favorite, croissants and these little chocolate pastries. The chocolate pastries were just one of the freshly made pastries offered at Now Jade. The tea is a free trade brand. Yes, they have Splenda. Service was outstanding each day.
Entertainment: We did not participate in day time activities, so I cannot comment. However, I was completely impressed with the variety of the nightly entertainment. There were so many different things to do at night, at the same time. So, if you didn't want to do "A" at 7:30 p.m., you could do "B" offered at the same time. Current DVD releases were shown at 7:30 p.m. in the plaza area. Around the same time, there was outstanding live music in the lobby in the early evening: a trio consisting of a violinist, flautist, and keyboard; a Latin band; an acoustic trio; a ventriloquist/musician (We skipped that one) There was so much variety, but so very little time to enjoy everything. We may just have to increase our usual stay from 7 to 10 days. The Stanley Cup finals were shown on the big screen at the Blue Beach Bar. Yes, this Philly girl had to watch the Flyers lose on their home turf, while I was in Mexico, with many people from Chicago. : ( In addition, at the Blue Beach Bar, there was often a band. The breeze is awesome here. Each night, there was also a show or activity. They included: Mexican Fiesta Night with a mechanical bull; Caribbean Beach Party with a wonderful Latin band; the Circus Show (The a/c in the theater is outstanding.); the Fire Show (Tip: Dine at Pure that night and ask for outside seating, you have a front row seat!); Casino Night (with Spa prize)a Challenge Game at the Arenas Sports Bar; Karaoke Night(didn't participate) and American Idol Night(The hubbie chickened out.) At 11:00 p.m. each evening, there was a D.J. in the Arenas Sports Bar. The a/c was awesome there, but we never made it for the D.J. Right outside of the entrance to the Sports Bar, beginning at 11:00 p.m., there was a small buffet, which consisted of hamburgers, hotdogs, fries, chips and cheese. As I stated, I was very impressed with the entertainment. It was the best we have experienced in all of our travels, for sheer variety alone. There was something for everyone, and there were definitely no "Michael Jackson Shows."
What We Loved The Most: Everything we loved about Now Jade Riviera Cancun is everything one finds at an AMresorts managed property, basically freedom to enjoy a vacation, or as I like to call it, a "rule free" vacation. We loved not needing towel cards; unlimited a la carte dining, and no reservations required for that dining; an a la carte lunch option, an a la carte breakfast option (if staying Preferred Club), a wide variety of night time entertainment options, 24 hour room service, without a per plate fee; drinks served in appropriate glass ware; drinks blended, rather than dispensed from a slushy machine; and a staff dedicated to exceptional service. What we loved the most about this resort in particular was the tempered glass balconies, the lovely scent that came from burning oil that pretty much could be found everywhere but where one was dining, and in your own room(where we were offered Jasmine incense to burn); the location in the town of Puerto Moelos, and the beach.
Why Upgrade to Preferred Club: I can't really comment on a stay in the non-PC area, however, it was good enough for me to book initially, so it would have met our needs nicely, and we would have had an enjoyable stay with simply unlimited luxury. However, for a more over the top experience, I highly recommend upgrading to the Preferred Club, especially at Now Jade Riviera Cancun, for the following reasons: room size and close proximity to the Quiet Pool and the Marina; extra luxury amenities like Gilchrist and Soames toiletries, robes, slippers, premium alcohol (They had an outstanding champagne.), an a la carte breakfast option at Pure; and use of the Preferred Club Lounge. At other resorts in which we upgraded to their premium level, we rarely took advantage of the Premium Lounge. At Now Jade, we were there several times a day, not only for the little extras like a Nespresso machine; a continental breakfast; outstanding sandwiches, pastries and chocolates(at night); the option of using a computer; a large flat screen TV.; an assorted variety of board games; and an outstanding staff, but also because of its location. You cannot go to your room or go to dinner, without passing it. The a/c in there is awesome, and it provided a lovely stop off in the heat of June. Last, but not least, the staff (Thank you Dalel) is also outstanding, and more than willing to help in any way. If there is anything you need, it is always their "pleasure" to take care of it for you.
In Sum: We feel that Now Jade Riviera Cancun, especially under the management of AMresorts, is a true gem. If you do not want to pay $5K for garish Vegas glitz, butler service, a Zen like ambiance(a.k.a. empty room)and private cabanas on a beach with sand whales, and would prefer unlimited luxury, done the AMresorts way, at a moderately priced resort, Now Jade Riviera Cancun is the perfect resort for you. If you want additional luxury, a bigger room, a more romantic and couple oriented atmosphere, pay the extra and upgrade to Preferred Club. We can't wait to watch this new NOW brand evolve. It is great at the moment, and will only get better. We also can't wait to return in 2011. However, we won't return in June. The heat is much greater in June, than in our usual month of May. Many thanks to the following staff members who went above and beyond to make our stay an excellent experience: Alex; Dalel; Daniel; Manuel; Diana; Samantha; our housekeeping staff, in particular, Conception, who did nightly turn down; the bar staff at the Quiet Pool: Francesco, Tomas and Antonio; and last but not least, Felipe in the quiet pool area. If you have any specific questions, fell free to shoot me a pm. If you would like a link to my public pictures, also shoot me a pm.
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- Now Jade Riviera Cancun. Located just 12 miles from Cancun International Airport and minutes from the quaint fishing town of Puerto Morelos, Now Jade Riviera Cancun provides guests with 2,640 feet of pure crystal white sand and refreshing azure waters. Guests will become immersed in a setting where style and sophistication meet relaxation and comfort. Each suite is truly exquisite featuring beautiful views of flourishing gardens or crystal clear ocean. This unique property features 550 luxurious suites each complete with private furnished balcony or terrace and Jacuzzi for two. All finely appointed suites offer king size or two double beds, marble floors, air-conditioning with in-room climate control, daily refreshed mini bars and 24-hour room and concierge services. Snorkel, kayak, windsurf or deep sea dive in the vast blue waters or simply relax under the warmth of the sun on the white sandy beach. Perfect your golf swing on one of the famous courses located nearby or indulge a vast set of treatments offered at the world- class spa. Little ones will have the opportunity to partake in many day and nighttime activities provided by the Explorer's Club for Kids. When the sun sets come enjoy live themed shows in our large indoor theater or sip on a cocktail as you relax at Eclipse Night Club. All this and much more await you at Now Jade Riviera Cancun. ... more less
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They are your pictures, what dont you like about them? Is there supposed to be something in the image that cant be seen? Maybe the focus is soft.. I would guess that your pictures beat anyones cell phone in the same light.
Sometimes dark preserves the mood. You don't always have to turn the dark into day. I think that it depends on if you got what you wanted.
That aside, there are certainly details which could be pulled up. Maybe the color balance could be adjusted, but that seems subjective.
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